Graduate Data Analyst

Graduate Data Analyst

Graduate Data Analyst

Contract: Fixed Term

Location: Swindon

Salary £21,000 pro rata

Introduction to WRc plc

WRc plc is one of the world’s most innovative and independent scientific and engineering consultancies. Founded 90 years ago, we have a unique heritage. We are trusted by Government, industry, regulators and the utilities to solve today’s most significant and urgent challenges in the fields of water, gas, waste and the natural environment.

The WRc Opportunity

2018 marks the next stage in our journey. We have embarked on an ambitious plan that aims for significant growth and expansion in the next three years. This will provide exciting opportunities for the right people to join us. You will play your part in our future by enabling us to achieve our commercial objectives through the delivery of customer-focused solutions. In return, you will be part of an organisation in which expertise is celebrated; an infectious passion for your specialist skill-set is actively welcomed; and drive and performance are rewarded.

Role

We are currently seeking high quality numerate graduates to work on a fixed-term contract basis until the 31st March 2018, after which depending on the success of our growth programme may lead to a permanent contract.

The nature of the work depends on the projects you are assigned to and can involve different challenges such as:

Development – developing new software (under guidance and support of senior team members)

Assist with the development of methodologies and algorithms for software development and data analysis.

Essential Skills

To apply you will need to be immediately available and have a minimum 2:1 degree in:

Mathematics and Statistics

Physics

Materials Science

or a closely related discipline as well as the following:

Eligibility to work permanently in the UK

A passion for technical excellence within your discipline

A self-starter with the ability to communicate technical work to non-technical people

Attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong database skills, preferably in SQL Server and/or Oracle

.Net programming in VB, preferably with ASP.NET experience

MS Office VBA

Culture & Benefits

In our welcoming and inclusive environment, at WRc we foster a culture where talented and motivated people are nurtured, encouraged and supported to succeed and develop their skills. We know that with the right people, we are able to build on our unrivalled reputation in the fields of innovation and technical excellence. We welcome team members who bring new ways of thinking and fresh approaches to problem solving as well as those who have a genuine passion for their specialist subject or area of research.

In return for your commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits including: